📋 Entry & Visa
China Visa-Free Countries List (2026)
Check if your country qualifies for visa-free entry to China.
🎯 Quick Answer
Citizens of 50 countries can enter China visa-free for up to 30 days. If your country is on the list, you don't need any advance paperwork — just a valid passport. The policy covers tourism, business, family visits, and short-term cultural exchanges.
Check the list below. If your country is included in China's visa-free policy, you can enter China without applying for a tourist visa in advance — for up to 30 days per entry.
🌍 Who Can Enter China Visa-Free?
Citizens holding ordinary passports from the countries listed below can enter China without a visa for:
- Tourism
- Business visits
- Family visits
- Short-term cultural exchanges
Maximum stay: Up to 30 calendar days per visit.
🇪🇺 Europe (40 countries)
- France
- Germany
- Italy
- Netherlands
- Spain
- Portugal
- Switzerland
- Ireland
- Austria
- Belgium
- Luxembourg
- Denmark
- Sweden
- Norway
- Finland
- Iceland
- Greece
- Poland
- Czech Republic
- Hungary
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Estonia
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Croatia
- Romania
- Bulgaria
- Cyprus
- Malta
- Monaco
- San Marino
- Andorra
- Liechtenstein
- North Macedonia
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Montenegro
- Serbia
- Albania
- Russia
🌏 Asia (8 countries)
- Singapore
- Malaysia
- Thailand
- Japan
- South Korea
- Brunei
- United Arab Emirates
- Qatar
🌎 Americas & Oceania (2 countries)
- Australia
- New Zealand
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How long can I stay visa-free?
Up to 30 calendar days per entry. If you need a longer stay, you'll need to apply for a visa or leave and re-enter.
Can I work or study visa-free?
No. Visa-free entry is for tourism, business visits, family visits, and short-term cultural exchanges only. If you plan to work or study, you need the appropriate visa.
What if my country isn't on the list?
Check if you qualify for the 240-hour visa-free transit policy. If not, you'll need to apply for a standard L-type Tourist Visa.